The condensed directions: Read the cue, react to the cue. There's no right answer, no research required. I cite sources where applicable but it's all about coming up with creative answers. Winners are picked in a week.

I christen Mr. Octopus "Pieces of Eight," a fitting tribute because not only do his eight legs-worth of suction cups resemble Spanish silver coins (<-- Well, they do if you squint.), but he is far too fascinated by boat propellers.